Parenting

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it" (Proverbs 22:6).

Raising a child can be a daunting and, at times, completely overwhelming task. Why not approach it with the help of the world's greatest repository of wisdom—the Bible?

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Raising Children Discipline

Raising children starts with the parents and their relationship to God. That is the most important factor in being successful in raising healthy and happy children.
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Three Tips for Parents

How can we work with children to help them learn and grow?
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The Battle Against Godless Parenting

Parenting is not for the faint of heart! Unfortunately, it's only gotten more difficult as our society moves away from its reliance on and belief in God. In this message, we explore battles on how to raise our children in…
A big family gathering at the beach at sundown.
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How Can I Create Meaningful Family Experiences?

One practical, useful tip for bringing those you love closer together.
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Principles from Papa

On the theme of Father's Day, I will be sharing some life principles passed on from my Papa. Also, we'll look at some of the good and bad kings of Old Testament Judah.
A family walking down a sidewalk.
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Yes, Sir.

The Duke of Windsor once wrote, “The thing that impresses me the most about America is the way parents obey their children.”
A mother and child touching foreheads.
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Mother's Love

A poem by William Ross Wallace says, "The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world."
Amanda Miller's daughter.
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Our Miraculous Unanswered Prayers

The dramatic events of my childbirth helped me understand how our unanswered prayers can reveal God's purpose being worked out.
An old man (maybe the grandfather) and young boy sitting against a wall.
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Grandparents Who Are Grand

Grandparents raising their grandchildren for different reasons is on the rise. I call them heroes because they are sacrificing to give their grandchildren the best opportunities they can.
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7 Secrets to Raising a Happy Child

Seven points are expounded on in this message that can help us in relating to children in our lives, whether we are parents or grandparents.
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Becoming Better Parents

We all have the potential to become great moms and dads. Parenting actually helps us become better people and to develop godly character. The foundation for good parenting is parents who love God and teach their children to obey God…
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The Incredible Blessing of a Child

Children are an incredible blessing. They provide us with essential lessons that we can learn and implement in our lives. They are humble, trusting, and teachable -- all characteristics that are necessary for us as disciples of Jesus Christ. As…
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Strength to Submit

At the turn of the new year, many people make resolutions. How does that compare to real change in our lives? What does it take to make real change, and what role does being able to submit play in that…
A person reading a Bible at a table.
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What's in Your Diet?

We have to find a spiritually-balanced diet in our Christian lives.
A mother holding her young son.
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How Should I Talk to My Kids After One of Their Friends Have Died?

Our earthly bodies are but a temporary dwelling that will one day be folded up and put away to await a permanent and glorious residence to come.
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Parenting A God-Centric Home

Parenting is a wonderful blessing but also a great responsibility. As parents we must strive to provide our children with a "God-Centric" home. We must teach our children to honor and obey and the best way to do that is…
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Parenting God's Way

Children are social and emotional beings created to become spiritual beings. They must be nurtured and taught God's way and grow from a state of dependence to independence, immaturity to maturity -- physically, emotionally and spiritually. Children learn method far…
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Is God First in Our Lives?

Are we teaching our children to put God first in their lives by modeling it in our own?
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Godless Parenting

How can we ensure God is involved in how we raise our children? Here are some Biblical principles to help.
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Unity at the Top Child Rearing - Part 1

In this first of a 5 part series, Mr. Fahey discusses the importance of unity at the top to successful child-rearing.